Heart disease doesn't have to keep you from donating blood
Mar 7, 2024
As blood supplies and donations hit critical lows, experts say people with heart disease may be able to help.
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Dr. Nanette Wenger, the queen of hearts
Mar 4, 2024
Heart disease was once considered a man's disease. Dr. Nanette Wenger changed that. But the 93-year-old cardiologist says her work is not yet done.
Can people with an irregular heartbeat drink coffee?
Mar 1, 2024
Many people think being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation means giving up the caffeine in their beloved cup of coffee. Experts say that may not be necessary.
At 97, AHA's first Black president looks back at his pioneering career
Feb 28, 2024
Dr. Edward Cooper's legacy includes upping the emphasis on stroke and inclusion with the American Heart Association – plus a family filled with doctors.
The intersection of race, ethnicity and health in Afro Latino communities
Feb 21, 2024
Studies often lump all Hispanic people together, which experts say has masked racial health disparities among Afro Latino people.
Baby's enlarged heart discovered by chance after pregnant mom's fall
Feb 20, 2024
Zoe Corrigan had open-heart surgery at 5 days old. It was successful, and she went on to perform in musical theater and is now pursuing a banking career.
5 things teen girls (and their parents) should know about heart health
Feb 19, 2024
Good – or bad – heart health begins early in life. Most teens have healthy hearts, but that doesn't mean they're not at risk. The experts weigh in.
Twin sisters uncover rare genetic condition that sent both into heart failure years apart
Feb 16, 2024
Sofia and Olivia Hart have a rare genetic condition that caused their hearts to enlarge and fail. Olivia had a transplant. Sofia is living with a device that powers her heart for now.
How a social connection expert stays connected and why
Feb 12, 2024
You don't need a Valentine to reap the health benefits of strong relationships. A social connection expert talks about how good friends and other positive relationships are good for heart health, too.
The slowly evolving truth about heart disease and women
Feb 9, 2024
For most of the 20th century, heart disease was considered a man’s disease. While research over the past several decades has shown it to be as big a threat – if not bigger – to women, prevention, diagnostic and treatment gaps remain.